A Guide to Sicily’s Can’t-Miss Hotspots

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Delicate blue hues coloring the sky, the scent of fresh citrus filling the air, elegant women chatting at a cafè, and the best meals you’ve ever had: Sicily really is what it looks like in classic Italian movies. South of one of the most fascinating countries on the planet, the island offers just about everything—amazing wine, great dining, ancient ruins, majestic beaches, and so much more.

Visiting Sicily is a treat that everyone deserves at least once in a lifetime, and dressing the part is half the fun. We teamed up with Dolce&Gabbana for a tour through the most stunning sights of the island, with the brand’s Sicily 58 and 62 bags along for the ride. With an updated construction and superior-quality leather, their elegant, structured design make for the chicest travel companions for today’s most sophisticated explorer.

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Sicily 58 features exclusive finishes and comes with various compartments to offer optimal organization, making it ideal for any occasion. Sicily 62 is defined by geometric shapes, a versatile and elegant design, and features two compartments and a central divider. Both styles have detachable top handles, so you can customize them to your liking.

Now that you’ve figured out what bag to bring, get acquainted with 10 of Sicily’s most enchanting destinations.

1Caltagirone

Vibrant colors, swirling patterns, and meticulous designs: wherever you go in Caltagirone, this is what you'll see. One thing that sets the city apart from others on the island is its ceramics, and one of the most fascinating examples can be found on the staircase of Santa Maria del Monte, whose 142 steps are decorated with beautiful tiles.

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Caltagirone isn’t only a symbol of beauty; it also represents the island’s history. Built in the 1600s to connect the old town to the new, it bridges the past and the present to perfectly merge the essence of traditional Sicily with the modern values of the island.

2 Catania

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Our second stop is Catania, Sicily’s state capital and the second largest city after Palermo. One must-see spot is its fish market—or a piscarìa, as the locals would say. Catania is a whirlwind of scents, sounds, and colors. At the market, locals make their way through the stalls guided by the voices of the vendors—you should do the same.

And don’t forget to bring your appetite: the surrounding restaurants serve some of the best seafood in town.

3Etna

Etna’s lunar landscape of black sand and volcanic rocks makes it one of the most jaw-dropping places in all of Sicily. Sunset gazing from one of its slopes can leave you breathless. For the perfect ’gram, match your accessories with the pink shades of the sky.

4Marzamemi

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Sun-seekers, this one’s for you. Just a few miles up from Italy’s southernmost point is Marzamemi, one of Sicily’s prettiest seaside villages. The old centre of the village, dating back to the 18th century, revolves around the Piazza Regina Margherita.

Little fishing harbors, colorful wooden boats, red geraniums, and rows of fishermen houses define the landscape with an explosion of color. Narrow streets that lead to the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean offer postcard-worthy views.

5Noto

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Noto is considered a true baroque marvel and should be explored for all its beauty. While you’re there, make sure to reward yourself with a delicious treat; the city serves up some of the island’s best granita, which is similar to an American snow cone.

6Grammichele

Known for its unique architecture, the city of Grammichele stands out for its hexagonal structure. Be sure to visit the central square so that you can say you’ve had coffee in the only city that boasts rational architecture in Italy other than the Palmanova fortress.

7Ragusa

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Our seventh stop takes us to Ragusa, one of the most precious gems of the island. Striking cathedrals and never-ending staircases make for phenomenal photos, but you’ve got to earn them. After going up the 340 steps of Santa Maria delle Scale, you’ll find a 360-degree view of the city’s perched houses and intricate streets.

8 Scicli

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One of the sweetest sides of Sicily is its irresistible selection of sugar loaded delights. Marzorana fruit, equally irresistible both at sight and taste, is one of them. Its vivid colors and ultra-glossy icing both contrast and match the rich tones of the Dolce & Gabbana Sicily 58 and Sicily 62. Make sure to have your camera ready: set everything on a traditional white tablecloth and there you go, the picture has all it takes to capture the perfect (Sicilian style) memory shot.

9Siracusa

Ancient Greek ruins, citrus orchards, café tables, and tiny little streets define the city that is considered to be the one that truly encapsulates all of Sicily’s timeless beauty. Make sure you head to Ortigia, the oldest part of town; its dining, drinking, and shopping scene attract visitors from all over the world.

10Taormina

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Last but not least is Taormina, the pearl of the Mediterranean. Irresistibly-scented flowers and citrus fruit, turquoise waters, and uncountable Instagram-friendly corners make it the perfect place to end—and reflect back on—your incredible trip.

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